Our Data Sources
197, Castle Road, Bedford has 2 entries in the Land Registry, most recently in February 2025 and a single entry in the EPC database dated March 2019.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 4 out of 5 and is considered of high accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 197, Castle Road, Bedford would be worth £518,323, with a potential rental value of £1,907 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £459,086, with a rental value of £1,689 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Plot Size
197, Castle Road, Bedford occupies a 154 m2 plot as recorded by HM Land Registry.
All 8 other houses in this postcode have recorded plot sizes, and this one ranks as the 8th largest.
Energy Efficiency
197, Castle Road, Bedford has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 21 Mar 2019.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using a boiler and radiators (mains gas).
Sold Prices
197, Castle Road, Bedford last changed hands on 28th February 2025, selling for £505,000. The transaction was logged as a freehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold twice since 1995.
The market for similar properties has dropped by 8.4% since February 2025.
- Sold Feb 2025£505,000
- Sold Oct 2019£400,000
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 146 sales of comparable properties within 480 metres of 197, Castle Road, Bedford since 2014.
Most recently, 3, Russell Avenue, Bedford, MK40 3TF, a freehold house, sold at £540,000 on the 4th July 2025.
Read more about house prices in MK40.
- Sold Jul 2025£540,000 | 4 Bed House3, Russell Avenue, Bedford, MK40 3TF3, Russell Avenue, Bedford, MK40 3TF
- Sold May 2025£450,000 | 4 Bed House198, Castle Road, Bedford, MK40 3TY198, Castle Road, Bedford, MK40 3TY
- Sold May 2025£450,000 | 4 Bed House18, Pembroke Street, Bedford, MK40 3RH18, Pembroke Street, Bedford, MK40 3RH
- Sold May 2025£372,500 | 4 Bed House50, York Street, Bedford, MK40 3RJ50, York Street, Bedford, MK40 3RJ
- Sold Mar 2025£500,000 | 4 Bed House22, Greenshields Road, Bedford, MK40 3TT22, Greenshields Road, Bedford, MK40 3TT
Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Explore Nearby Properties
The surrounding properties have an average estimated value of £430,199, ranging from £204,341 to £555,740.
- 193 Castle Road
4 Bed House | 11 m | Est. Value: £520,326
- 203 Castle Road
4 Bed House | 21 m | Est. Value: £444,062
- Ground Floor Flat
2 Bed Flat | 26 m | Est. Value: £204,341
- 192 Castle Road
4 Bed House | 27 m | Est. Value: £555,740
- 55 George Street
4 Bed House | 27 m | Est. Value: £502,859
Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 197, Castle Road, Bedford as the 97th largest and the 72nd most expensive of the 275 addresses on Castle Road, Bedford, MK40.
Against the MK40 postcode district average, it is £161k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- Castle Newnham School400 m away
- St John Rigby Catholic Primary School800 m away
- Hazeldene School1.4 km away
- Goldington Academy800 m away
- Castle Newnham School1.0 km away
- Bedford Free School1.4 km away
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Public Transport Nearby
- Bedford St Johns|1.6 km away
- Bedford|2.1 km away
- Kempston Hardwick|6.3 km away
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast Broadband available in this area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a Very Low risk of flooding.












